Clinical and Nonclinical Implications of Misplaced Nasogastric Tubes: Tools for Implementation of Standardized Best Practices

The consequences of misplaced nasogastric tubes extend far beyond the clinical setting and have implications for the hospital’s reputation and economic stability. A systematic approach for nasogastric tube insertion and verification is necessary in order to prevent misplaced nasogastric tubes which...

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Main Authors: Olivia Lounsbury, Jennifer Tatro, Beth Lyman, Donna Prosser, Haylie Coffey
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Patient Safety Authority 2020-09-01
Series:Patient Safety
Online Access:https://patientsafetyj.com/index.php/patientsaf/article/view/323